SSE-Engineer Prisma Access Services Practice Question
An administrator needs to configure Prisma Access ZTNA to verify endpoint hygiene before granting access to internal applications. Which TWO posture checks can be evaluated using GlobalProtect Host Information Profiles (HIP)? (Choose two)
Answer choices
Why each option matters
Answer the question above first, then reveal the full breakdown to understand why each option is right or wrong.
Correct answer & explanation
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Antivirus presence and definition update status
HIP profiles evaluate endpoint security parameters including disk encryption status, antivirus installation, OS patch levels, and software inventory.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
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Active Directory group membership hierarchy
Why it's wrong here
AD group membership is an identity attribute handled by User-ID, not an endpoint HIP posture check.
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BGP route advertisement metrics
Why it's wrong here
BGP routing is a network-layer function for branch connectivity.
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Antivirus presence and definition update status
Why this is correct
HIP profiles verify that antivirus software is installed, running, and up to date.
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SAML Identity Provider multi-factor authentication token validity
Why it's wrong here
MFA token validation is handled by the IdP during authentication, not local HIP checks.
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Disk encryption status (e.g., FileVault or BitLocker enabled)
Why this is correct
HIP profiles can check if hard drives are encrypted.
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official Palo Alto Networks exam blueprint
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